“Drink or Rinse? How Herbal Teas Can Boost Hair Growth

When it comes to hair growth, herbs work beautifully both ways — from the inside by nourishing your body, and from the outside by strengthening your scalp and strands. Herbal teas are rich in minerals, antioxidants, and plant compounds that encourage circulation, soothe irritation, and feed your follicles. But the question often comes up: is it better to drink them or to use them as a rinse? The truth is, both have unique benefits, and combining the two can give your hair the extra boost it needs.

• Drink it: Teas like nettle, green tea, and horsetail deliver silica, iron, and antioxidants to your system, which support stronger hair growth over time.

• Rinse it: Using the same teas as a rinse helps increase scalp circulation, balance oil, and add shine directly to the hair.

Simple Herbal Hair Rinse Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp dried rosemary

• 1 tbsp dried nettle leaves

• 2 cups boiling water

Method:

1. Place the herbs in a heatproof bowl or jar.

2. Pour boiling water over them and cover. Let steep for 20–30 minutes.

3. Strain and let cool to room temperature.

4. After shampooing, pour the rinse slowly through your hair and massage into the scalp.

5. Leave in or rinse out lightly with cool water.

6. Extra tip for blondes , make camomile rinse tea , to naturally brighten your colour.

Cooling Mint & Chamomile Scalp Rinse

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp dried chamomile flowers (or 2 chamomile tea bags)

• 1 tbsp dried peppermint leaves (or 1 peppermint tea bag)

• 2 cups boiling water

• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar (optional, for scalp balance + shine)

Method

1. Place chamomile and peppermint into a heatproof jar or bowl.

2. Pour over 2 cups of boiling water and cover. Let steep for 20 minutes.

3. Strain and allow to cool until lukewarm.

4. Stir in the apple cider vinegar if using.

5. After washing your hair, slowly pour the rinse over your scalp and hair.

6. Massage gently into your scalp, then either leave it in or rinse lightly with cool water.